Still here just very weak

Hello everyone, I just thought I would drop a quick line to let everyone know that I am still hanging in here. I have been up and down a lot today. Just very weak feeling, I can't seem to get enough liquids and protein in me at all. I just can't hold anything, if I get 6 oz of protein in a day I am doing good. Popsicles have been a good thing, jello is too sweet. Today I had some ham broth left from a ham my dad baked this week while he was here, and it was the BEST.. but as usual I was full in about two seconds. I will try to update soon. Oh yeah, btw, I have already lost 16 lbs. Unbelievable. Rhonda

Hang in there!! You are doing great! It is very hard to get very much in to begin with. 16 lbs! Wow!!! I am so glad you are doing better. I was weak for a while, but now ususally don't even take a nap - except for Sundays, of course! Smoochies Arlies

So glad to hear from you. I have been praying for you and I have faith that God will get you through this time. It's gonna be better - promise! Just don't get in a hurry. Remember, I'm just four days ahead of you, and I thought I would NEVER feel good again! I DO, AND YOU WILL TOO!! 16 lbs is wonderful! Just hang in there, Susan

So glad to hear from you. Keep looking up!! Jane

Try to walk as much as much as possible. It will help you build your strength up. Trust me!!! THese are going to be days of great weight loss. Be happy but don't starve yourself. PROTEIN --BABY AND WATER!!!!!

Bless you Rhonda. Those first few weeks are really hard. It get easier, I promise! Best Wishes- Dx

Rhonda that is WONDERFUL news!!!! 16 pounds is AWSOME the rest will come in time.....oh and guess what i am closer to getting my date! they are supposed to mail me a letter soon with my pre-op and surgery dates, i cant wait to join yall on the loser bench!!!!! I am sooo proud of you hun your doin GREAT!!! keep up the good work and just remember (in the words of our QUEEN!) "TOMORROW WILL BE BETTER!" LOVE YA AND GOD BLESS! Angie Bea

Hi Rhonda, I felt very weak after my surgery too. My surgeon told me hydration was the primary focus immediately post-op. I became dehydrated and needed IV fluids twice so sip, sip, sip. Protein will be primary soon enough! I found the first 8 weeks to be the toughest but you'll make it through. By then, the weightloss is so gratifying and motivational you'll be thrilled you did it! Hang in there, Elesha LapRNY 2/26/02 288/165

Hi Rhonda... Look at you! 16 pounds so fast! Thats amazing. I am sorry you are so weak. It is very hard in the beginning. Its emotionally draining as well as physically. Its impossible at your stage to get in all your liquids and protein. Just keep trying and evenutally you will get it all in. Are you drinking shakes? They have about 20g of protein in 1 shake. Let me know if you need anything. Christine